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Dreaming About Being Chased
What it means
Being chased is a classic anxiety dream. It usually points to something you'd rather avoid in waking life, like a task, a conversation, or a feeling, rather than a real threat.
In more detail
Who or what chases you can be a clue. Often the pursuer represents a pressure or emotion you've been outrunning. Many people find the dream eases once they turn around and face whatever it stands for.
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